BlueScope Steel announces a $438 million special dividend and a share buyback, rewarding shareholders after strong performance. CEO Mark Vassella urges continued faith in the company's strategy.
Less than 5% of Cessnock households responded to a survey on a proposed 39.9% rate increase, with 82% opposed. Council faces a crucial vote amid claims of survey bias and cost-of-living concerns. Read the full story.
A 23-year-old Fitzroy man has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a 43-year-old man in a Napier Street apartment block in December. Police allege the two men were known to each other.
Aldi's Special Buys aisle offers a massive 50% discount on the feature-packed ECOVACS DEEBOT NEO 2.0 PLUS robovac for just $379. Grab this limited-time deal for a cleaner 2026.
Muswellbrook Shire Council is consulting on a Special Rate Variation for mining land to address a looming $5 million annual revenue shortfall. The move aims to protect community services and fund economic transition.
Jamie Oliver simplifies festive cooking in his SBS special, while ABC and SBS screen docs on surfing's gender pay gap and Luke Perry's legacy. Your guide to December's essential viewing.
A festive gift wrap fundraiser at Cairns Central is raising vital funds to upgrade the Special Care Nursery at Cairns Hospital, providing crucial support for premature and sick newborns and their families.
Muswellbrook Shire Council seeks a 29% rate increase exclusively on mining land to safeguard services as coal revenue declines. Public consultation is now open.
Edith Cowan University broadcast students create 'Rough Cut: Summer of Cricket' special airing on Channel Seven. A real-world journalism experience showcasing emerging talent.
A Glenroy man faces multiple charges after allegedly firing arrows into a Melbourne special needs school for months. Police found a cache of weapons during a raid.
New research reveals most Australians with autism want to play sport but face multiple barriers. Discover how Special Olympics Illawarra is leading inclusion efforts.
Students from Queensland Pathways State College made unforgettable entrances at their 2025 formal celebration in Townsville. Discover their inspiring stories and stunning transformations.
Yass Valley residents face potential 40% rate increases as council warns of severe service cuts without additional revenue. Learn about the three proposed options.
A Hampton East special needs school was sent into lockdown after a terrifying armed robbery attempt with a knife occurred outside its grounds. Police are investigating the incident which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
Award-winning investigative journalist Chris Masters has been re-invited to deliver the CEW Bean Memorial Lecture after the Australian War Memorial reversed its decision to cancel his appearance over concerns about his reporting on Australian special forc